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The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 4-minute walk to Blue Mosque

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Suite, Sea View, Corner | Living area | 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 25 per person)
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 25 per person)
Magnaura Palace Suite, With Jacuzzi and Large Terrace | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Sultanahmet Mah. Dalbasti Sok., No13/1 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Sea View, Corner | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite, Sea View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room with Terrace Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room with Terrace Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Marmara Sea View Room, With Terrace | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Marmara Sea View Room, With Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Magnaura Palace Suite, With Jacuzzi and Large Terrace | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Magnaura Palace Suite, With Jacuzzi and Large Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, The Magnaura Palace Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. This 18-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bosphorus - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 5 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meşale Restaurant & Cafè - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elif Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Akbıyık Fish House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Turgut Pide Kebap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Society - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 4-minute walk to Blue Mosque
At The Magnaura Palace Hotel, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per vehicle one-way, as well as an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Minibars, electric kettles, and free newspapers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 90 per stay
  • This property doesn't allow children 9 and younger (only guests older than 9 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 90 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours).
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1429

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

MAGNAURA PALACE HOTEL Istanbul
MAGNAURA PALACE HOTEL
MAGNAURA PALACE Istanbul
MAGNAURA PALACE
The Magnaura Hotel Istanbul
The Magnaura Palace Hotel Hotel
The Magnaura Palace Hotel Istanbul
The Magnaura Palace Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

The Magnaura Palace Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Sultanahmet, just steps from Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, and within a short walk of Hagia Sophia. You'll also find Grand Bazaar and Bosphorus less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Magnaura Palace Hotel include a casino?

No, The Magnaura Palace Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and slippers in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Magnaura Palace Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Magnaura Palace Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Magnaura Palace Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Magnaura Palace Hotel.

Does The Magnaura Palace Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Magnaura Palace Hotel is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 28.4 mi away (66 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 27.2 mi away (57-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Magnaura Palace Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Magnaura Palace Hotel comes with a deck with some featuring sea views.

The Magnaura Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 532 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room had a huge east facing window. The blackout blind was inoperable. Street lights & morning sun where bad!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Tucson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting the old city and touring the great mosques. The restaurant staff are wonderful and the view is superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnaura hotel has the best Hosts. They speak English. Item is a tour guide. There service including hospitality is excellent. Nursi is a real gem. Item also and of course Ali. The breakfast buffet had more food then you could possibly eat. Dinner on the Terrace also very good. Location is unbeatable and bus to airport not even a block away. Metro also. Rd to this property is located between Sophia Hagia and the Blue Mosque. Excellent price to stay. Cant say enough. This should be your choice. You will not be disappointed. Only setback is one elevator and steps. If you can't walk...suggest a new place and Istanbul should not be a place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Bellevue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very nice stuff, tasty breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

debra k

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and well informed staff. Incredible breakfast buffet! Very convenient to Haivist airport bus drop off & pick up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl, Dry Prong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room , great housekeeper , breakfast was fantastic, great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnaura Palace is an excellent hotel. The staff was wonderful and always helpful. They arranged airport transfers and tours. The hotel restaurant is excellent as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia, Bedford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place to stay - close to the mosques, parks, shopping. The hotel staff was super friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was a tremendous smorgasbord of typical Turkish food. The hotel arranged pick up from the cruise port, a private tour of Istanbul and transportation to the airport - all at reason a reasonable cost. We hope to go back to Istanbul and stay at this lovely hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the Sultanahmet. Close to all the main attractions and transportation. Great choice for travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, a short walk to Zhagia Sofia and Blue Mosque! We were treated like family!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They go out of their way to help and treat you as if you are family!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalpathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and polite staff who took care of all of our needs. Location and roof-top views were excellent -walking distance to Haghia Sophia and Blue Mosque, as well as trams to most places. Will stay again when I visit Istanbul for vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meilu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

We were very satisfied with our stay. Hotel is very close to major attractions. Very clean, good breakfast. And the restaurant has a nice view! Staff were very friendly and ready to help. Specifically thanks for letting us checked in earlier, we were very tired after a long trip. We had a very early flight home, the driver they provided was waiting for us when we checked out. They even brought breakfast to our room at 4:45am. Highly recommended this hotel if you visit Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Magnaura Palace Hotel

This hotel was perfect for my friend and I. The entire staff was professional, warm and friendly and especially helpful. Their recommendations for tours and places to see was great advice! Although a very busy and tourist-packed area, the location is perfect for first-time visitors like us, who wanted to see the ancient places. We hired a private guide through the hotel who was very knowledgeable and informative. The hotel also arranged rides for us, made reservations and educated us on public transportation, which is by very good in Istanbul, and very inexpensive. The inclusive breakfast is wonderful, and the rooftop restaurant was very good with many menu choices, great service, and beautiful view of the Golden Horn and Bosphorus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super location great view of the blue mosque
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking into this hotel is like joining a family. They have gone the extra mile each and every day! Besides having a beautiful view of the sea we are treated to a massive breakfast array of foods! The restaurant has an unbelievable view of the most famous sights of Istanbul and the lunch and dinner menus are quite large! We went back to stay 3 different times!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff. Very helpful with info. Very good restaurant with amazing view. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, lots of restaurants and historic sites close by. Staff helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and very friendly and helpful staff. Just minor issue at their restaurant: hard to find English speaking server. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to the most points of interest, the room was clean and comfortable, but the most Special is the restaurant in the roof, the view is beautiful, and the breakfast is so good
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel with excellent service and roof top breakfast. It was worth spending extra for room to get updated room with larger shower. Comfy bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with a lovely staff. Location is just a short block away from the square where the Blue mosque and the Sophia Hagai is located. Beautiful rooftop restaurant with delicious food.and an amazing view. Shops and restaurants are everywhere in this location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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